Rent 2 bedroom house in Melbourne

The waterfront 2-story townhouse designed by award winning architect Chahid Kairouz ( Tucked away on private Bronte Lane (off Shelley Street) free of traffic noise is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Spanning two innovative and well-planned levels, the home offers easy low maintenance living. A truly tranquil sanctuary of captivating space and light with Elwood canal-facing alfresco terrace. The home opens to a lower level comprising a master bedroom, cozy self-contained lounge / office area and a courtyard. The master bedroom features high ceiling, mirrored built-in wardrobe and generous, stylish ensuite bathroom. Elegantly designed, wood tread stairway leads upstairs to a sensational, sun-filled living area lined by a row of architecturally designed floating skylights. This area transforms into an indoor/outdoor entertainment area. The lounge leads to an enormous galley kitchen, with wall-to-wall storage cabinets, adorned by extra high ceilings and a row of skylights that let the light in at all times of the day. A space that inspires both novice and experienced chefs in equal measure. This stunning culinary setting is equipped with exquisite natural stone surfaces, prestige Meile cooking appliances (induction cooktop and oven) and fully integrated fridge/freezer/Fisher & Paykel dishwasher. The second bedroom upstairs featuring a high ceiling comes with mirrored, built-in wardrobe and stylish ensuite with double-sided access. The home’s outstanding features include designer light pendants, split system heating/cooling, video intercom, alarm, indoor understairs storage room as well as lockable undercover, outdoor steel storage room, secure gate with keypad entry to architecturally landscaped front yard. The undercover car parking facility comprises an auto garage with high-end Klaus multi-system parking system, which can accommodate a mid-size SUV. There is plenty of unlimited on-streetcar parking for a second car or visitors on Shelley Street. Interestingly, there is the potential to create a spectacular rooftop entertainment and relaxation zone with lift access (see artist impression). The engineering drawings have been completed for ready submission to the City of Port Phillip council for planning permit (to be provided on request). The townhouse is at a walkable distance to Elwood College and Primary School, the Elwood Village with cafes and retail shops, public transport, Skybus (to Melbourne Airport) stop and Elwood beach.